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Retail Stocks

Retail stocks are companies that operate and sell finished goods via physical storefronts, often in direct competition with e-commerce businesses. Retailers are also largely dependent on the health of the greater economy for strong earnings figures. Some of the biggest retailers by market capitalization include the likes of Target, Costco, and Walmart

Recent Retail Stocks Articles

Will the J.C. Penney Rally Last?

Based on low volume and a bit of short covering, there is no way the JCPenney rally will continue. If you own this stock, hit the eject button ASAP.

Best Buy’s Not-So-Best Quarter

Problems keep stacking up, and little relief is in sight. Even if effective, the new CEO will need lots of time to get a turnaround going. Stay away.

Best Buy Profit Plunges, Suspends Guidance

Best Buy shares fell as the company posted second-quarter results that missed Wall Street estimates and withdrew its guidance for the year.

Nike Is a Great Stock at Too Much Cost: I Would Sell

Nike is selling for well in excess of what it is worth, and even though they've pushed prices up to the maximum and will unveil a new line, the price is high

The Wristwatch Is Still Ticking

As the smartphone generation finds a new fashion statement, it's providing a boost for the watch industry. Here's how to profit from an idea whose time is now.

Can Retail’s Rally Keep It Up?

The retail sector's strong second quarter, along with some promising economic data, are promising signs. But they shouldn't be overstated.

Best Buy Rejects Buyout, Taps New CEO, Shares Tumble

Best Buy announced on Monday that it had named turnaround expert Hubert Joly as its new CEO, after rejecting further buyout talks with Richard Schulze.

Dollar Tree Gets Trimmed for Its Dour Outlook

Does its lowered guidance for future earnings signal a warning for the deep-discount segment -- or is it just a one-company problem?

Retail Titan Showdown: Wal-Mart or Target?

Wal-Mart and Target both announced decent earnings and revenues during the week, and investors won't go wrong owning either brand, but if you must choose ...

Facebook Down, Stocks Up: Thursday’s IP Market Recap

Nasdaq leads the rally on Cisco's earnings and dividend hike, even as Facebook tumbled during its first lockup period expiration.

Office Supply Stocks: The End of an Era?

Best Buy might suffer from showrooming, but at least that gets customers in the door. Big-box office supply chains don't even enjoy courtesy visits anymore.

Should I Buy Wal-Mart? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Its latest report shows why the stock is vulnerable now. A slowing global economy and ever-stronger competition aren't good for a stock priced so high.

Wal-Mart Tops Profit, Misses Revenue Estimates

Wal-Mart reported second-quarter earnings that narrowly topped Wall Street estimates, but missed on revenue, sending its shares lower.

Target’s Target is Due North

Target pleased with its Q2 report, though sales grew at a slight expense to margins. The next plan of action? Canadian expansion.

Target Beats Q2 Forecasts on Flat Earnings

Target posted second-quarter earnings, flat compared to last year, that topped Wall Street expectations and raised its profit outlook for the year.

Stocks Barely on Track: Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

Stocks started on the way up in the morning on good foreign and domestic news, but gave up some in the afternoon. The Dow barely finished up for the day.

Can Michael Kors Keep Up Its Strut?

Investors are cheering Michael Kors' great first quarter, but the expectations bar has been raised even higher going forward.

Retail Sales: No Devil in These Details

This report brightens the picture when stocks need it most. It's especially encouraging because it comes without any asterisks.

Pricey TJX Booms on Bargain-Brand Names

TJX shares aren't budging much after a positive second quarter. Was the company's success just expected, or do investors have other worries?